"A train collided with a trailer carrying aluminum ....."

 

Vehicles hauling raw materials and finished goods are a hidden hazard in our industry. Here is a recent incident highlighting the hazards of railroad crossings.

On Friday afternoon, there was an accident on the highway (name omitted), where a train hit the back of a trailer transporting aluminum.

The strong crash caused the material to be scattered on the tracks, which generated an intense mobilization of emergency bodies.

Elements of Civil Protection, Firefighters and Municipal Police went to the scene to attend to the situation, carry out cleaning work and secure the area. Fortunately, no injuries were reported; however, the incident generated complications in vehicular circulation.

The road remains closed while spilled material is removed, so drivers are advised to use alternate routes to avoid mishaps. Local authorities are already working to restore traffic as soon as possible.

It appears no one was injured in this incident. We assume that this railroad crossing did not have a guard installed. Nevertheless, the driver needed to stop with the train approaching.

There are many railroad crossings near many of plants. Each workplace should confirm if the railroad crossings have guards. If they do not the workplaces need to institute training for all their personnel on safety when crossing the railroad tracks.

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